Caravans and camping at Broadhembury Holiday Park in Ashford, Kent

Places of Interest
Below in alphabetical order is a small selection of the many places you might like to visit during your stay with us. We have included the website address where applicable However, a very good place to start is our own superb Tourist Information Centre.
Our reception houses a comprehensive Tourist Information Centre, and our staff are well trained to help you plan your stay. Prior to your arrival we will be pleased to forward you information on golf, fishing, riding, swimming / leisure pools, walking, cycling or any other interests in the area. Just let us know your requirements. Tel: +44 (0)1233 620859 Fax : +44 (0) 1233 620918 Email: holidaypark@broadhembury.co.uk
There is plenty to do in kent this Spring. Why not visit http://www.visitkent.co.uk/ for full details
The Other Boleyn Girl Come behind the scenes of blockbuster novel and new film The Other Boleyn Girl, on a set-jetting tour of Kent's dazzling castles and historic houses. Come and relive 'what happened where' in the novel and film. http://www.visitkent.co.uk/boleyn/
Swimming Town Center - 15 minutes drive probably the most up to date and largest swimming complex in the South East. Leisure pool with flumes and rapids, as well as lane swimming pool for those who want to get fit. http://www.thestourcentre.co.uk/
Old Stacians Cricket Club Steeds Lane, 15 minuites walk. http://www.oldstacianscc.co.uk/ Visitors to Broadhembury Holiday Park are most welcome to visit Old Stacians Cricket Club, where they can enjoy the cricket and use the comfortable licenced bar. The cricket ground is a stroll away at the end of our lane.
Fishing Steeds Lane - 5 minuites walk. There are two private lakes within 500 metres of the park, and daytime or night fishing can be arranged. There is also public fishing on the Royal Military Canal, some 3 miles away. Several fishing boats at Folkestone organise sea fishing trips. Excellent beach fishing at Dungerness, Hythe and Folkestone.
Battle Abbey Battle, Sussex, England TN33 0AD. Tel: +44 (0)1424 773792 http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/battleabbey/ This majestic building was built in 1070, and dominates the small town that grew up around it. The gatehouse (1338) houses an audio-visual exhibition about the battle of 1066.
Bedgebury National Pinetum Goudhurst, Kent, England. TN17 2SL Tel: +44 (0)1580 211044 http://www.bedgeburypinetum.org.uk/ Bedgebury contains the most comprehensive collection of conifers in Europe. It is both a botanical research facility, and a place for an enjoyable walk among mature trees.
Biddenden Vineyards and Cider Works Biddenden, near Tenterden, Kent Tel: +44 (0)1580 291726 http://www.biddendenvineyards.com Visit Kent's oldest commercial vineyard and the county's largest producer of traditional Kentish ciders and apple juices. see the presses and vines. Free admission and tasting.
Canterbury Cathedral The Precinct, Canterbury, Kent, England. CT1 2EH Tel: +44 (0)1227 762862 http://www.canterbury-cathedral.org/ The country's first Cathedral with the present structure beginning in 1071 and described as the Mother Church of the Anglican Communion and one of the greatest examples of ecclesiastical architecture in England. Open: Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Admission: Free.
Canterbury Tales Canterbury, Kent. Tel: +44 (0)1227 479227 http://www.canterburytales.org.uk/home.htm Step into Medieval England with a trip to the family friend Canterbury Tales. Open: October and March daily 9.30am to 5.30pm, November to February, Sunday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday 9.30am to 5.30pm. Admission: Adults £7.25, Children £5.25.
Canterbury. (The City of ) Tel: +44 (0)1227 378100 http://www.canterbury.co.uk/ This Historic City is always a popular destination for shoppers and history seekers alike.
Chartwell Westerham, Kent, England. TN16 1PS Tel: +44 (0)1732 866368 http://www.bigginhill.co.uk/chartwell.htm The wartime leader Sir Winston Churchill lived at Chartwell until his death in 1965. The house is, in effect, a memorial to him, with his furniture and possessions still in place.
Chatham Historic Dockyard Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, England ME4 4TE Tel: +44 (0)1634 823807 http://www.chdt.org.uk/ You will need a full day to see everything in this extensive museum of British maritime history. Visitors are taken through Chatham's history as a centre of shipbuilding.
Dover Castle Dover, Kent, England. CT16 1HU Tel: +44 (0)1304 205108 http://www.theheritagetrail.co.uk/ Discover two thousand years of exciting history from the Romans to world war 2. An enthralling day out for all ages at one of the countries leading tourist attractions. See the Roman pharaohs , or light house, and also travel deep inside the white cliffs to explore one of the best kept war time secrets, discover the underground tunnels where Winston Churchill and Admiral Ransay masterminded the evacuation of Dunkirk
Great Chart Golf and Leisure Great Chart Golf and Leisure, Bears Lane, Great Chart, Ashford, Kent Tel: +44 (0)1233 645858 http://www.ashfordgolfcomplex.com Pitch and putt, driving range (heated, floodlit and covered!). large golf shop, golf tuition, beach volleyball, balloon flights, café/bar serving home cooked food.
Hever Castle Hever, Edenbridge, Kent, England. TN8 7NG Tel: +44 (0)1732 865224 http://www.hever-castle.co.uk/ A double moated 13th-century castle, is where Anne Boleyn lived as a girl. The grounds include a lake, a maze, a garden in the Tudor style and an Italian walled garden.
Homelands Bettergolf Centre Homelands Bettergolf Centre, Ashford Road, Kingsnorth, Ashford, Kent TN26 1NJ Tel: +44 (0)1233 661620 http://www.bettergolf.co.uk Just two minutes drive from the park. Professionally designed with 18 tees, nine large greens and a total length of 4370 yards, SSS of 62. Floodlit driving range, PGA Professional, shop and bar.
Howletts Wild Animal Park Bekesbourne Lane, Bekesbourne, Kent, England. CT4 5EL Tel: +44 (0)870 750 4647 http://www.howletts.net The gorilla colony here is world-famous.. Other rare species include tigers, Javan langurs, dholes, and bongos. See also Port Lympne.
Julie Rose Stadium The Julie Rose Stadium, Willesborough Road, Kennington, Ashford, Kent TN24 9QX Tel: +44 (0)1233 613131 Facilities include eight lane 400m international athletics track, four lane indoor running straight, field events area, Contours Fitness Studio, childrens activities, licensed bar and café. Multi use games area. Open Mon-Fri 9.00am-10.00pm, Sat & Sun 9.00am-7.00pm.
Kent County Cricket Ground St Lawrence Ground, Old Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, England CT1 3NZ Tel: +44 (0)1227 456886 http://www.kent-ccc.co.uk/ This famous cricket ground is the home of Kent cricket.
Kent and east Sussex railway Kent & East Sussex Railway, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6HE Tel: +44 (0)1580 765155 http://www.kesr.org.uk/ The Kent & East Sussex Railway offers a superb day out for adults and children alike. Experience the nostalgia of the days of steam or the novelty of travelling at the sedate pace of yesteryear. Travel from Tenterden, through beautiful countryside, to the fairy tale castle at Bodiam.
Leeds Castle Maidstone, Kent, England. ME17 1PL Tel: +44 (0)1622 765400 http://www.leedscastle.org.uk/ A magnificent 12th-century castle that has kept its medieval appearance in spite of extensive restoration in the 1930s. In the grounds are various attractions.
London Beach Golf Club London Beach Golf Club, Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6SP Tel: +44 (0)1580 766279 http://www.londonbeach.com/ Only minutes from Tenterden and boasting a golf course, driving range and pitch and putt course. Families welcome. The brasserie has a superb reputation serving a mixture of traditional and French cuisine. Large terrace overlooks the beautiful Weald of Kent –ideal for dining al fresco.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet McArthurGlen Designer Outlet, Kimberley Way, Ashford, Kent TN24 OSD Tel: +44 (0)1233 895900 http://www.mcarthurglen.com One of Europe’s most spectacular shopping destinations, offering hundreds of top designer brands at up to 50% off typical retail prices. Retail destination of the year 2001.
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park Lympne, Hythe, Kent, England. CT21 4PD Tel: +44 (0)1303 264647 http://www.portlympne.com/ A wildlife park overlooking the English Channel. It is well known for its herd of Przewalski's horses. There are advertised feeding times for the elephants, monkeys, and tigers.
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney Station, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8PL Tel: +44 (0)1797 362353 http://www.rhdr.org.uk/ Kent’s favourite tourist railway running between Hythe and Dungeness via Dymchurch and New Romney. Plus toy museum, cafes, giftshops, picnic areas, play ground and lots more. Certainly not just another railway!
Sissinghurst Castle Sissinghurst, Cranbrook, Kent, England. TN17 2AB Tel: +44 (0)1580 710700 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk This part-Tudor mansion is today visited primarily for the picturesque themed gardens created here. Beyond the gardens are shady woodland walks.
South of England Rare Breeds Centre South of England Rare Breeds Centre, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3JR Tel: +44 (0)1233 861493 http://www.rarebreeds.org.uk Fun for families! Meet our friendly farm animals and play with the piglets in the Children’s Barn. Playground, paddling pool, sandpit and woodland walks. Open all year.
Tenterden & District Museum Tenterden & District Museum, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6HN Tel: +44 (0)1580 764310 http://www.ukpages.net/ The 19th century weather-boarded building, which houses Tenterden’s social, commercial and agricultural history, is an ideal starting point for a visit to this lovely market town. Open every day April to October.
Tenterden Leisure Centre Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden, Kent, England. TN30 6RA Tel: +44 (0)1580 765987 http://www.tenterdentown.co.uk/sports.html The swimming pool here features flumes and a wave machine. Younger family members are always attracted to this venue.
The North Downs of Kent Tel: +44 (0)1303 815170 http://www.kentdowns.org.uk/ The North Downs, an area of outstanding natural beauty, provides excellent walking and touring.
Throwley – Belmont Belmont, Throwley, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7MM Tel: +44 (0)1795 890202 http://www.belmont-house.org A charming 18th century house set in delightful grounds in the beautiful Kentish countryside. Belmont contains beautiful furniture, a wonderful collection of clocks and watches and a fine collection of paintings.
Walmer Castle Walmer, Nr Deal, Kent. Tel: +44 (0)1304 364288 http://www.theheritagetrail.co.uk/ A pleasant walk or cycle ride along Deal seafront to this fine stately home with superb and extensive gardens. Open: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 4pm. Admission: Adults £2.70, Concessions £2.00, Children £1.30.
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